Product Development Manager at Sandvik

Tampere, West Finland, Finland -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

18 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Product Development, Leadership, Communication, Stakeholder Management, Analytical Skills, Strategical Skills, Technical Skills, Problem-Solving Skills, Innovation, Digital Products, Capacity Management, Mentoring, IP Protection, Team Collaboration, Competitiveness, Engineering

Industry

mining

Description

The Rock Drills Technology Unit is responsible for the product development, supply and support of premium rock drill offering for Surface Drilling and Underground Drilling applications as well as for global aftermarket and service. Our expertise in best-in-class rock drilling technology is recognized globally, and it drives us to continue excel through innovation in rock drills, digital products and supply chain excellence. We pride ourselves on delivering the most reliable rock drills in the world that meet and exceed customer safety and productivity needs. We are now looking for a Product Development Manager. This position is full-time, permanent and located at Tampere Myllypuro site. Your mission is to lead Rock Drills product development teams delivering best in class new rock drills and digital products and secure the competitiveness of current products. You are key driver of our strategy and valued member of Rock Drills Technology Unit management team. Your Key Responsibilities Lead the product development organization, including resourcing, finding talents and developing competences Manage the daily and weekly capacity and task management to ensure delivery of activities in time, scope and budget Act as a mentor for the rock drills and digital product development by sharing information, connecting people and data as well as innovating together with the team Ensure IP protection by securing the rock drills engineering data and act as gate keeper to minimize sharing of the critical information Drive innovation culture in Rock Drills product development to ensure competitiveness Ensure timely Digital products development in scope, budget and quality Your Qualifications Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering on relevant discipline Several years of experience leading product development organizations Proven track record of leading organizations and managing operations in complex high technology setting Strong analytical, strategical, technical, and problem-solving skills Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management abilities Fluency in English and Finnish is mandatory to be successful in the role What is in it for you? We offer an interesting and challenging role surrounded by a dynamic and highly skilled group of professionals, as well as opportunities for career development within a global company with strong brands and products. Sandvik also provides opportunities for professional development through various Sandvik training and development programs. Additionally, we offer good employee benefits, and inclusive corporate culture focused on sustainable development, with values such as Winning together, Curiosity, Responsibility, and Customer focus. Contact Information If you have any questions about the job, please contact the recruiting manager: Eerikki Virtanen, Rock Drills Technology Unit Director, tel. +358 50 325 0432 (EET). For further information about the recruitment process, please contact: HR Services Finland, tel. +358 800 1 44444 (weekdays at 9-11 and 13-15 EET). How to join our team? Submit your application at home.sandvik/careers by Wednesday January 7th, 2026. Your application should consist of an introductory letter including your salary request and a CV. If you wish to add a cover letter to your application, please make sure to attach the file when uploading your CV. Please note that we don’t accept applications by email. Job ID: R0086644 About Sandvik Sandvik is a global engineering group specializing in mining and rock excavation, metal-cutting, and advanced materials technology. With a commitment to innovation, sustainability, and continuous improvement, we deliver cutting-edge solutions to customers worldwide. Sandvik Mining is a business area within the Sandvik Group and a global leading supplier of equipment and tools, parts, service, digital solutions, and sustainability-driving technologies for the mining and construction industries. Application areas include rock drilling, rock cutting, loading and hauling, tunneling, and quarrying. In 2024, sales were approximately 64 billion SEK with about 17,300 employees. We have already decided on which advertising channels and marketing campaigns we wish to use and respectfully decline any additional contacts in that matter. When you join our global team you will find yourself inspired by the spirit of Sandvik and contribute to our purpose to advance the world through engineering. Sandvik is a global, high-tech engineering group providing solutions that enhance productivity, profitability and sustainability for the manufacturing, mining and infrastructure industries. Our offerings cover the entire customer value chain and are based on extensive investments in research and development, customer insights and deep knowledge of industrial processes and digital solutions In 2024 the Group had approximately 41,000 employees and revenues of about 123 billion SEK in about 150 countries within continuing operations. Sandvik at a glance

Responsibilities

Lead the product development organization and manage daily capacity and task management to ensure timely delivery of activities. Drive innovation culture and ensure timely development of digital products within scope, budget, and quality.